Vertical Aerospace and Honeywell announce expanded partnership on VX4 eVTOL
LONDON - British electric-aircraft firm Vertical Aerospace, opens new tab said on Thursday it has expanded its partnership with Honeywell, opens new tab under a new long-term deal to help certify key systems for its VX4 air taxi, Shivansh Tiwary writes for Reuters.
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9 May 2025 - “As we accelerate toward global certification and scalable production, Honeywell’s aerospace expertise and proven track record in flight-critical systems make it the ideal partner for this next phase,” said Stuart Simpson, CEO of Vertical Aerospace. “By integrating production-ready technologies, we’re helping build an aircraft that meets the highest safety standards in aviation, solidifying its certifiability and exportability across global markets.”
As part of their expanded partnership, Honeywell in Phoenix and Vertical in London are working together to certify two of the VX4’s most vital systems: the aircraft management system—which features the Honeywell Anthem flight deck—and the compact fly-by-wire flight control system. The Anthem platform integrates cockpit displays, software, controls, and connectivity into a smart, digital interface designed to support automation and help pilots make faster, more informed decisions. The fly-by-wire system replaces traditional mechanical linkages with electronic controls, enhancing the aircraft’s stability, safety, and ease of flight.
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